A cast of about 800 performers are entertaining guests at Universal Epic Universe, most prominently in two major stage shows.

Universal Orlando's highly anticipated new theme park opens with five worlds featuring 50 attractions (including 11 rides!) May 22

“How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk” will have three rides: Hiccup’s Wing Gliders: Universal Resorts describes the coaster as a family-friendly ride that launches riders alongside dragons, twisting and swooping over the village rooftops at Berk.

Theme park takes advantage of leaps in high-tech advances and presents 21st century interactive experiences to guests.

For decades, Universal Orlando Resort was a pit stop on a vacationer’s way to the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” Walt Disney World.

Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, said Universal's Epic Universe theme park in Orlando will help boost attendance to Disney World.